Latest Dft HS2 Publications

The Department has written to all owners of properties that are very close to the proposed line of the route to inform them of the Government’s decision, and the potential need to compulsorily purchase their property.

Construction of the line between London and West Midlands is anticipated to start in 2016, with the line operational from 2026.

During 2012 a comprehensive land referencing exercise to identify and confirm all property interests affected by the route will begin. Those people who may be affected by the route will soon be receiving letters to alert them to the situation.